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Here's how the credit works and who should claim it.</div> </div> </a> </div><div class="featured-slide" data-slide="2"> <a href="/blog/truck-driver-tax-deductions" class="featured-card"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1601584115197-04ecc0da31d7?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Commercial semi truck on highway" class="featured-card-img" loading="lazy"> <div class="featured-card-body"> <div class="featured-card-cat">Depreciation & Deductions</div> <div class="featured-card-title">Truck Driver Tax Deductions: Every Write-Off You Can Claim</div> <div class="featured-card-excerpt">Owner-operators and truck drivers have dozens of deductions unique to the industry â from per diem rates to truck washes to ELD equipment. 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Here's how to find the number that holds up under scrutiny.</div> </div> </a> </div><div class="featured-slide" data-slide="4"> <a href="/blog/business-vehicle-tax-deduction" class="featured-card"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1544636331-e26879cd4d9b?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Business SUV qualifying for vehicle tax deduction" class="featured-card-img" loading="lazy"> <div class="featured-card-body"> <div class="featured-card-cat">Depreciation & Deductions</div> <div class="featured-card-title">Business Vehicle Tax Deduction: The Complete 2026 Guide</div> <div class="featured-card-excerpt">Between Section 179, bonus depreciation, and the actual expense method, a business vehicle can generate a $30,000â$80,000 write-off. But the rules depend on weight, use percentage, and how you title it.</div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/retirement-plans-self-employed" class="featured-card"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1526304640581-d334cdbbf45e?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Self-employed professional comparing retirement plan options" class="featured-card-img" loading="lazy"> <div class="featured-card-body"> <div class="featured-card-cat">Retirement Planning</div> <div class="featured-card-title">Retirement Plans for Self-Employed Business Owners Compared</div> <div class="featured-card-excerpt">SEP IRA, Solo 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, defined benefit plan â each has different contribution limits, tax treatment, and complexity. 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Salons, barbershops, nail techs, and spas now qualify â and most don't know it. Here's how to claim it.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/bonus-depreciation-100-percent-restored" class="post-card" data-title="100% bonus depreciation is back: what business owners need to know" data-excerpt="the one big beautiful bill permanently restored 100% first-year bonus depreciation. if you buy equipment, vehicles, or property improvements â here's what changed and how to use it." data-category="Depreciation & Deductions" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1774137600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1551836022-d5d88e9218df?w=1200&h=600&
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If you buy equipment, vehicles, or property improvements â here's what changed and how to use it.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/employer-childcare-credit-2026" class="post-card" data-title="employer childcare credit 2026: up to $500k for your business" data-excerpt="the obbba quadrupled the employer childcare credit â now worth up to $500kâ$600k per year. if you provide or subsidize childcare for employees, this is the biggest new incentive available." data-category="Tax Credits" data-author="landau lang" data-date="1774137600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1587614382231-d1590f0039e7?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Children in professional daycare facility" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Tax Credits</span> <h3>Employer Childcare Credit 2026: Up to $500K for Your Business</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">The OBBBA quadrupled the employer childcare credit â now worth up to $500Kâ$600K per year. If you provide or subsidize childcare for employees, this is the biggest new incentive available.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Landau Lang</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/no-tax-on-tips-restaurant-employers" class="post-card" data-title="no tax on tips: what restaurant employers need to know in 2026" data-excerpt="the 'no tax on tips' provision creates an above-the-line deduction for tipped employees â and new reporting requirements for employers. here's what changed and what you need to do." data-category="Tax Credits" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1774137600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1577412647305-991150c7d163?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Restaurant server providing excellent table service" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Tax Credits</span> <h3>No Tax on Tips: What Restaurant Employers Need to Know in 2026</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">The 'no tax on tips' provision creates an above-the-line deduction for tipped employees â and new reporting requirements for employers. Here's what changed and what you need to do.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/qbi-deduction-2026-permanent" class="post-card" data-title="qbi deduction made permanent: what changed for pass-through owners" data-excerpt="the 20% qualified business income deduction was set to expire in 2025 â now it's permanent under the obbba, with expanded phase-out ranges and a new minimum deduction. here's what it means for you." data-category="Tax Strategy" data-author="landau lang" data-date="1774137600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1542744173-05336fcc7ad4?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Business professional analyzing tax strategy documents" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Tax Strategy</span> <h3>QBI Deduction Made Permanent: What Changed for Pass-Through Owners</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">The 20% qualified business income deduction was set to expire in 2025 â now it's permanent under the OBBBA, with expanded phase-out ranges and a new minimum deduction. Here's what it means for you.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Landau Lang</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/r-and-d-expensing-restored-2026" class="post-card" data-title="r&d expensing restored: immediate deductions are back for 2026" data-excerpt="from 2022â2024, businesses had to amortize r&d costs over 5 years. the obbba restored immediate expensing â and it's retroactive. here's how to claim back what you lost." data-category="Tax Credits" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1774137600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1581092795360-fd1ca04f0952?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Engineer working on research and development project" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Tax Credits</span> <h3>R&D Expensing Restored: Immediate Deductions Are Back for 2026</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">From 2022â2024, businesses had to amortize R&D costs over 5 years. The OBBBA restored immediate expensing â and it's retroactive. Here's how to claim back what you lost.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/auto-loan-interest-deduction-2026" class="post-card" data-title="auto loan interest deduction 2026: the brand-new write-off for car buyers" data-excerpt="for the first time ever, personal auto loan interest is tax-deductible â up to $10,000 per year on u.s.-assembled vehicles. here's who qualifies and how to claim it." data-category="Depreciation & Deductions" data-author="lynn williams" data-date="1774137600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1556740758-90de374c12ad?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="New automobile at dealership showroom" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Depreciation & Deductions</span> <h3>Auto Loan Interest Deduction 2026: The Brand-New Write-Off for Car Buyers</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">For the first time ever, personal auto loan interest is tax-deductible â up to $10,000 per year on U.S.-assembled vehicles. Here's who qualifies and how to claim it.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Lynn Williams</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/section-179-new-limit-2026" class="post-card" data-title="section 179 limit doubled to $2.5 million under the obbba" data-excerpt="the one big beautiful bill doubled the section 179 deduction limit from $1.25m to $2.5m. here's what the new limits mean for equipment purchases and how to stack it with bonus depreciation." data-category="Depreciation & Deductions" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1774137600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1600275669439-14e40452d20b?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Heavy machinery and business equipment in warehouse" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Depreciation & Deductions</span> <h3>Section 179 Limit Doubled to $2.5 Million Under the OBBBA</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">The One Big Beautiful Bill doubled the Section 179 deduction limit from $1.25M to $2.5M. Here's what the new limits mean for equipment purchases and how to stack it with bonus depreciation.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/tax-strategist-vs-cpa" class="post-card" data-title="tax strategist vs. cpa: what's the difference and do you need both?" data-excerpt="a cpa files your return. a tax strategist reduces it. if you earn $300k+ and nobody's calling you with i
13deas mid-year, you're likely overpaying. here's how the two roles differ." data-category="Industry Insights" data-author="landau lang" data-date="1774137600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1556761175-5973dc0f32e7?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Two professionals discussing financial strategy in office" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Industry Insights</span> <h3>Tax Strategist vs. CPA: What's the Difference and Do You Need Both?</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">A CPA files your return. A tax strategist reduces it. If you earn $300K+ and nobody's calling you with ideas mid-year, you're likely overpaying. Here's how the two roles differ.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Landau Lang</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/how-to-choose-tax-strategist" class="post-card" data-title="how to choose a tax strategist: 7 questions to ask before you hire" data-excerpt="not all tax strategists are created equal. some are glorified cpas with new titles. here are seven questions that separate real strategists from pretenders â and what the right answers sound like." data-category="Industry Insights" data-author="landau lang" data-date="1774137600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1542744095-fcf48d80b0fd?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Professional interview and consultation meeting" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Industry Insights</span> <h3>How to Choose a Tax Strategist: 7 Questions to Ask Before You Hire</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Not all tax strategists are created equal. Some are glorified CPAs with new titles. Here are seven questions that separate real strategists from pretenders â and what the right answers sound like.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Landau Lang</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/dental-practice-tax-checklist-2026" class="post-card" data-title="dental practice tax checklist 2026: 15 deductions you can't afford to miss" data-excerpt="from cbct depreciation to ce travel to retirement plan contributions â here are the 15 most impactful deductions and credits for dental practices this tax year." data-category="Industry Insights" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1774137600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1598256989800-fe5f95da9787?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Modern dental office with advanced clinical equipment" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Industry Insights</span> <h3>Dental Practice Tax Checklist 2026: 15 Deductions You Can't Afford to Miss</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">From CBCT depreciation to CE travel to retirement plan contributions â here are the 15 most impactful deductions and credits for dental practices this tax year.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/buying-dental-practice-tax-planning" class="post-card" data-title="buying a dental practice: tax planning before you sign" data-excerpt="how you structure a dental practice acquisition determines whether you save $50k or $200k over the first five years. entity choice, asset allocation, and financing all matter â here's the playbook." data-category="Industry Insights" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1774137600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1579684385127-1ef15d508118?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Dental professional reviewing practice acquisition documents" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Industry Insights</span> <h3>Buying a Dental Practice: Tax Planning Before You Sign</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">How you structure a dental practice acquisition determines whether you save $50K or $200K over the first five years. Entity choice, asset allocation, and financing all matter â here's the playbook.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/multi-location-restaurant-tax-strategy" class="post-card" data-title="multi-location restaurant tax strategy: scaling without overpaying" data-excerpt="running 3+ restaurant locations multiplies your tax complexity â but also your opportunities. cost seg on each buildout, fica tip credits across locations, and entity layering can save $50kâ$200k+ annually." data-category="Industry Insights" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1774137600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1555396273-367ea4eb4db5?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Upscale restaurant dining area with professional ambiance" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Industry Insights</span> <h3>Multi-Location Restaurant Tax Strategy: Scaling Without Overpaying</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Running 3+ restaurant locations multiplies your tax complexity â but also your opportunities. Cost seg on each buildout, FICA tip credits across locations, and entity layering can save $50Kâ$200K+ annually.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/restaurant-equipment-depreciation" class="post-card" data-title="restaurant equipment depreciation: write off your kitchen in year one" data-excerpt="ovens, fryers, walk-ins, pos systems â restaurant equipment qualifies for section 179 and bonus depreciation. a $200k kitchen buildout could generate a $200k deduction this year." data-category="Depreciation & Deductions" data-author="lynn williams" data-date="1774137600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1466978913421-dad2ebd01d17?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Commercial kitchen equipment in restaurant setting" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Depreciation & Deductions</span> <h3>Restaurant Equipment Depreciation: Write Off Your Kitchen in Year One</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Ovens, fryers, walk-ins, POS systems â restaurant equipment qualifies for Section 179 and bonus depreciation. A $200K kitchen buildout could generate a $200K deduction this year.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Lynn Williams</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/dental-associate-to-owner-tax-planning" class="post-card" data-title="from dental associate to practice owner: a tax planning roadmap" data-excerpt="going from w-2 associate to practice owner changes everything about your taxes â estimated payments, self
13-employment tax, entity elections, and deductions you never had before. here's how to plan the transition." data-category="Industry Insights" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1774137600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1542596768-5d1d21f1cf98?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Young dental professional planning career transition" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Industry Insights</span> <h3>From Dental Associate to Practice Owner: A Tax Planning Roadmap</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Going from W-2 associate to practice owner changes everything about your taxes â estimated payments, self-employment tax, entity elections, and deductions you never had before. Here's how to plan the transition.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/construction-company-tax-planning" class="post-card" data-title="construction company tax planning: equipment, credits, and entity strategy" data-excerpt="between heavy equipment depreciation, r&d credits for process innovation, and s-corp optimization â construction companies leave $50kâ$300k+ on the table annually. here's the complete playbook." data-category="Industry Insights" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1774137600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1517089596392-fb9a9033e05b?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Construction site with heavy equipment and professional crew" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Industry Insights</span> <h3>Construction Company Tax Planning: Equipment, Credits, and Entity Strategy</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Between heavy equipment depreciation, R&D credits for process innovation, and S-Corp optimization â construction companies leave $50Kâ$300K+ on the table annually. Here's the complete playbook.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/med-spa-entity-structure" class="post-card" data-title="med spa entity structure: why getting it wrong can cost you everything" data-excerpt="med spas face corporate practice of medicine laws in most states. the wrong entity structure doesn't just cost you tax savings â it can put your entire business at legal risk. here's how to get it right." data-category="Entity Structure" data-author="landau lang" data-date="1774137600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1590650153855-d9e808231d41?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Modern med spa interior with professional treatment area" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Entity Structure</span> <h3>Med Spa Entity Structure: Why Getting It Wrong Can Cost You Everything</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Med spas face corporate practice of medicine laws in most states. The wrong entity structure doesn't just cost you tax savings â it can put your entire business at legal risk. Here's how to get it right.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Landau Lang</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/s-corp-vs-llc-real-estate" class="post-card" data-title="s-corp vs. llc for real estate: when each structure wins" data-excerpt="for rental properties, llcs almost always win. for active real estate businesses â flipping, management, brokerage â an s-corp can save $15kâ$40k in self-employment tax. here's the decision framework." data-category="Entity Structure" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1774137600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1554224154-22dec7ec8818?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Real estate properties and investment portfolio analysis" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Entity Structure</span> <h3>S-Corp vs. LLC for Real Estate: When Each Structure Wins</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">For rental properties, LLCs almost always win. For active real estate businesses â flipping, management, brokerage â an S-Corp can save $15Kâ$40K in self-employment tax. Here's the decision framework.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/cost-segregation-study-cost" class="post-card" data-title="how much does a cost segregation study cost? (and is it worth it?)" data-excerpt="cost segregation studies typically run $5,000â$15,000 â and generate 6â12x that amount in first-year tax savings. here's what drives the price and how to evaluate the roi for your property." data-category="Cost Segregation" data-author="landau lang" data-date="1774137600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1557804506-669a67965ba0?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Professional team reviewing property investment analysis" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Cost Segregation</span> <h3>How Much Does a Cost Segregation Study Cost? (And Is It Worth It?)</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Cost segregation studies typically run $5,000â$15,000 â and generate 6â12x that amount in first-year tax savings. Here's what drives the price and how to evaluate the ROI for your property.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Landau Lang</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/solo-401k-vs-sep-ira" class="post-card" data-title="solo 401(k) vs. sep ira: which is better for self-employed business owners?" data-excerpt="both let you save up to $70,000 for retirement in 2026 â but the solo 401(k) offers a roth option, loan provisions, and better contribution math at lower income levels. here's the full comparison." data-category="Retirement Planning" data-author="landau lang" data-date="1774137600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1518186285589-2f7649de83e0?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Financial planning documents and retirement calculations" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Retirement Planning</span> <h3>Solo 401(k) vs. SEP IRA: Which Is Better for Self-Employed Business Owners?</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Both let you save up to $70,000 for retirement in 2026 â but the Solo 401(k) offers a Roth option, loan provisions, and better contribution math at lower income levels. Here's the full comparison.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Landau Lang</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/small-business-tax-deductions-complete-list" class="post-card" data-title="small business tax deductions: the complete 2026 list" data-excerpt="over 40 legitimate tax deductions organized by category â from home office to vehicles to retirement contributions. the definitive reference list for small business owners filing in 2026." data-category="Depreciation & Deductions" data-author="lynn williams" data-date="1774137600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1563013544-824ae1b704d3?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Organized tax documents and deduction worksheets on desk" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Depreciation & Deductions</span> <h3>Small Business Tax Deductions: The Complete 2026 List</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Over 40 legitimate tax deductions organized by category â from home office to vehicles to retirement contributions. The definitive reference list for small business owners filing in 2026.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Lynn Williams</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/1099-vs-w2-tax-implications" class="post-card" data-title="1099 vs. w-2: tax implications for employers and workers" data-excerpt="misclassifying a worker as 1099 instead of w-2 can trigger back taxes, penalties, and an irs audit. here's how the classification rules work and what both sides need to know." data-category="Tax Strategy" data-author="lynn williams" data-date="1774137600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1542626991-cbc4e32524cc?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Employment documents and tax classification forms" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Tax Strategy</span> <h3>1099 vs. W-2: Tax Implications for Employers and Workers</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Misclassifying a worker as 1099 instead of W-2 can trigger back taxes, penalties, and an IRS audit. Here's how the classification rules work and what both sides need to know.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Lynn Williams</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/cost-segregation-bonus-depreciation-2026" class="post-card" data-title="cost segregation + bonus depreciation 2026: the most powerful tax combo" data-excerpt="with 100% bonus depreciation restored, a cost segregation study on a $1m property can generate $200kâ$400k in first-year deductions. here's how to stack both strategies for maximum impact." data-category="Cost Segregation" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1774137600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1497366216548-37526070297c?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Commercial office building qualifying for cost segregation study" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Cost Segregation</span> <h3>Cost Segregation + Bonus Depreciation 2026: The Most Powerful Tax Combo</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">With 100% bonus depreciation restored, a cost segregation study on a $1M property can generate $200Kâ$400K in first-year deductions. Here's how to stack both strategies for maximum impact.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/med-spa-tax-strategy" class="post-card" data-title="med spa tax strategy: entity structure, deductions, and credits" data-excerpt="med spas sit at the intersection of healthcare and aesthetics â and the tax code treats them differently depending on ownership, services, and structure. here's how to optimize your med spa's tax position." data-category="Industry Insights" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1774051200000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1570172619644-dfd03ed5d881?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Luxury med spa treatment room with aesthetic equipment" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Industry Insights</span> <h3>Med Spa Tax Strategy: Entity Structure, Deductions, and Credits</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Med spas sit at the intersection of healthcare and aesthetics â and the tax code treats them differently depending on ownership, services, and structure. Here's how to optimize your med spa's tax position.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 21, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/reduce-self-employment-tax" class="post-card" data-title="how to reduce self-employment tax: 5 legal strategies" data-excerpt="self-employment tax eats 15.3% of your net income â but there are legal ways to reduce it. s-corp election, retirement contributions, health insurance deductions, and more. here are five moves that work." data-category="Tax Strategy" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1773878400000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1579621970563-ebec7560ff3e?w=1200&h=600&
13fit=crop" alt="Business owner strategizing to reduce self-employment tax" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Tax Strategy</span> <h3>How to Reduce Self-Employment Tax: 5 Legal Strategies</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Self-employment tax eats 15.3% of your net income â but there are legal ways to reduce it. S-Corp election, retirement contributions, health insurance deductions, and more. Here are five moves that work.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 19, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/financial-goal-priorities" class="post-card" data-title="how to set financial goals as a business owner" data-excerpt="growth, tax savings, take-home pay, retirement, a new home â your goals compete for the same dollars. here's a 5-step framework for ranking what matters most so your advisors can build a plan that actually works." data-category="Strategy" data-author="landau lang" data-date="1773792000000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1460925895917-afdab827c52f?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Data analysis and strategic planning on a screen" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Strategy</span> <h3>How to Set Financial Goals as a Business Owner</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Growth, tax savings, take-home pay, retirement, a new home â your goals compete for the same dollars. Here's a 5-step framework for ranking what matters most so your advisors can build a plan that actually works.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Landau Lang</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 18, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/retirement-plans-self-employed" class="post-card" data-title="retirement plans for self-employed business owners compared" data-excerpt="sep ira, solo 401(k), simple ira, defined benefit plan â each has different contribution limits, tax treatment, and complexity. here's a side-by-side comparison so you can pick the right one." data-category="Retirement Planning" data-author="landau lang" data-date="1773619200000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1526304640581-d334cdbbf45e?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Self-employed professional comparing retirement plan options" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Retirement Planning</span> <h3>Retirement Plans for Self-Employed Business Owners Compared</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">SEP IRA, Solo 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, defined benefit plan â each has different contribution limits, tax treatment, and complexity. Here's a side-by-side comparison so you can pick the right one.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Landau Lang</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 16, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/cost-segregation-myths" class="post-card" data-title="cost segregation myths your cpa probably believes" data-excerpt=""it triggers audits." "it's only for new buildings." "it's too aggressive." none of these are true â but they stop cpas from recommending one of the most powerful tax strategies available to property owners." data-category="Cost Segregation" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1773532800000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1590479773265-7464e5d48118?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Property building being assessed for cost segregation eligibility" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Cost Segregation</span> <h3>Cost Segregation Myths Your CPA Probably Believes</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">"It triggers audits." "It's only for new buildings." "It's too aggressive." None of these are true â but they stop CPAs from recommending one of the most powerful tax strategies available to property owners.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 15, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/keep-cpa-add-tax-strategist" class="post-card" data-title="can i keep my cpa and add a tax strategist?" data-excerpt="yes â and most of our clients do exactly that. your cpa handles compliance and filing. a tax strategist handles the proactive planning that reduces what gets filed. here's how the two roles work together." data-category="Industry Insights" data-author="landau lang" data-date="1773446400000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1600880292203-757bb62b4baf?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="CPA and tax strategist collaborating on client strategy" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Industry Insights</span> <h3>Can I Keep My CPA and Add a Tax Strategist?</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Yes â and most of our clients do exactly that. Your CPA handles compliance and filing. A tax strategist handles the proactive planning that reduces what gets filed. Here's how the two roles work together.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Landau Lang</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 14, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/tax-strategist-cost" class="post-card" data-title="how much does a tax strategist cost? (and is it worth it?)" data-excerpt="tax strategy services typically range from $3,000 to $15,000+ per year depending on complexity. the question isn't the cost â it's the roi. here's how to evaluate whether the investment makes sense for you." data-category="Industry Insights" data-author="landau lang" data-date="1773360000000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1543286386-713bdd548da4?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Professional reviewing tax strategist ROI analysis on laptop" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Industry Insights</span> <h3>How Much Does a Tax Strategist Cost? (And Is It Worth It?)</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Tax strategy services typically range from $3,000 to $15,000+ per year depending on complexity. The question isn't the cost â it's the ROI. Here's how to evaluate whether the investment makes sense for you.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Landau Lang</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 13, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/signs-cpa-costing-you-money" class="post-card" data-title="signs your cpa is costing you money" data-excerpt="a good cpa keeps you compliant. a great one keeps you ahead. if your accountant only calls at tax time, never suggests strategies, and files extensions by default â you're probably overpaying the irs." data-category="Industry Insights" data-author="landau lang" data-date="1773273600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1556745753-b2904692b3cd?w=1200&h=600&
13fit=crop" alt="Business owner concerned about CPA performance" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Industry Insights</span> <h3>Signs Your CPA Is Costing You Money</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">A good CPA keeps you compliant. A great one keeps you ahead. If your accountant only calls at tax time, never suggests strategies, and files extensions by default â you're probably overpaying the IRS.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Landau Lang</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 12, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/s-corp-vs-llc" class="post-card" data-title="s-corp vs llc: which entity structure saves you more?" data-excerpt="the difference between an llc and an s-corp election can mean tens of thousands in self-employment tax savings â but timing and salary requirements matter. here's how to evaluate the right structure for your business." data-category="Entity Structure" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1773100800000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1554224155-6726b3ff858f?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Business documents and financial charts on a desk" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Entity Structure</span> <h3>S-Corp vs LLC: Which Entity Structure Saves You More?</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">The difference between an LLC and an S-Corp election can mean tens of thousands in self-employment tax savings â but timing and salary requirements matter. Here's how to evaluate the right structure for your business.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 10, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/attorney-tax-planning" class="post-card" data-title="attorney tax planning: strategies for law firm partners" data-excerpt="law firm partners face unique tax challenges â guaranteed payments, pass-through income, state nexus issues, and massive self-employment tax exposure. here are the strategies that cut the bill." data-category="Industry Insights" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1773014400000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1589829545856-d10d557cf95f?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Professional law office with legal books and documents" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Industry Insights</span> <h3>Attorney Tax Planning: Strategies for Law Firm Partners</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Law firm partners face unique tax challenges â guaranteed payments, pass-through income, state nexus issues, and massive self-employment tax exposure. Here are the strategies that cut the bill.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 9, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/fractional-cfo-small-business" class="post-card" data-title="fractional cfo for small business: what it is and when you need one" data-excerpt="a full-time cfo costs $200k+. a fractional cfo gives you the same strategic financial leadership for a fraction of the cost â and most growing businesses need one sooner than they think." data-category="Strategy" data-author="landau lang" data-date="1772928000000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1573164713714-d95e436ab8d6?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Financial leader providing strategic CFO guidance" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Strategy</span> <h3>Fractional CFO for Small Business: What It Is and When You Need One</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">A full-time CFO costs $200K+. A fractional CFO gives you the same strategic financial leadership for a fraction of the cost â and most growing businesses need one sooner than they think.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Landau Lang</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 8, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/cost-segregation-near-me" class="post-card" data-title="cost segregation near me: do you need a local provider?" data-excerpt="searching for a local cost segregation firm? the study requires a site visit â but the engineering and tax analysis can be done nationally. here's how to evaluate providers and what actually matters." data-category="Cost Segregation" data-author="landau lang" data-date="1772755200000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1512917774080-9991f1c4c750?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Property exterior being evaluated for cost segregation study" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Cost Segregation</span> <h3>Cost Segregation Near Me: Do You Need a Local Provider?</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Searching for a local cost segregation firm? The study requires a site visit â but the engineering and tax analysis can be done nationally. Here's how to evaluate providers and what actually matters.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Landau Lang</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 6, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/owner-operator-tax-deductions" class="post-card" data-title="owner operator tax deductions: don't leave money on the table" data-excerpt="independent owner-operators run a business on wheels â and the irs treats it that way. from depreciation to per diem to fuel tax credits, here's how to capture every deduction you've earned." data-category="Depreciation & Deductions" data-author="lynn williams" data-date="1772582400000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1519003722824-194d4455a60c?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Owner operator managing independent trucking business" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Depreciation & Deductions</span> <h3>Owner Operator Tax Deductions: Don't Leave Money on the Table</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Independent owner-operators run a business on wheels â and the IRS treats it that way. From depreciation to per diem to fuel tax credits, here's how to capture every deduction you've earned.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Lynn Williams</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 4, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/cost-segregation-guide" class="post-card" data-title="cost segregation studies: the most overlooked tax strategy for property owners" data-excerpt="most property owners depreciate their buildings over 27.5 or 39 years. cost segregation reclassifies components to accelerate deductions â often generating six-figure tax savings in year one." data-category="Cost Segregation" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1772496000000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1486406146926-c627a92ad1ab?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Modern commercial building exterior looking up" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Cost Segregation</span> <h3>Cost Segregation Studies: The Most Overlooked Tax Strategy for Property Owners</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Most property owners depreciate their buildings over 27.5 or 39 years. Cost segregation reclassifies components to accelerate deductions â often generating six-figure tax savings in year one.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 3, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/truck-tax-write-off" class="post-card" data-title="truck tax write-off: what qualifies and how to maximize it" data-excerpt="trucks over 6,000 lbs gvwr get special treatment under section 179 â no luxury vehicle caps. here's how to maximize the write-off whether you're a contractor, fleet owner, or owner-operator." data-category="Depreciation & Deductions" data-author="lynn williams" data-date="1772409600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1580273916550-e323be2ae537?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Heavy-duty pickup truck eligible for Section 179 write-off" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Depreciation & Deductions</span> <h3>Truck Tax Write-Off: What Qualifies and How to Maximize It</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Trucks over 6,000 lbs GVWR get special treatment under Section 179 â no luxury vehicle caps. Here's how to maximize the write-off whether you're a contractor, fleet owner, or owner-operator.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Lynn Williams</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 2, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/truck-driver-tax-deductions" class="post-card" data-title="truck driver tax deductions: every write-off you can claim" data-excerpt="owner-operators and truck drivers have dozens of deductions unique to the industry â from per diem rates to truck washes to eld equipment. here's the complete list so nothing falls through the cracks." data-category="Depreciation & Deductions" data-author="lynn williams" data-date="1772323200000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1601584115197-04ecc0da31d7?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Commercial semi truck on highway" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Depreciation & Deductions</span> <h3>Truck Driver Tax Deductions: Every Write-Off You Can Claim</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Owner-operators and truck drivers have dozens of deductions unique to the industry â from per diem rates to truck washes to ELD equipment. Here's the complete list so nothing falls through the cracks.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Lynn Williams</span> <span class="post-card-date">March 1, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/structure-business-tax-savings" class="post-card" data-title="how to structure your business for tax savings" data-excerpt="the right business structure isn't just about liability protection â it determines how y
13ou're taxed on every dollar. llcs, s-corps, c-corps, and holding companies each serve different purposes at different revenue levels." data-category="Entity Structure" data-author="landau lang" data-date="1772150400000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1552664730-d307ca884978?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Business team discussing entity structuring strategy" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Entity Structure</span> <h3>How to Structure Your Business for Tax Savings</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">The right business structure isn't just about liability protection â it determines how you're taxed on every dollar. LLCs, S-Corps, C-Corps, and holding companies each serve different purposes at different revenue levels.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Landau Lang</span> <span class="post-card-date">February 27, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/holding-company-tax-benefits" class="post-card" data-title="holding company tax benefits: should you create one?" data-excerpt="a holding company can protect assets, consolidate real estate, and create tax-efficient distributions between entities. but it adds complexity â and isn't right for everyone. here's who actually benefits." data-category="Entity Structure" data-author="landau lang" data-date="1771977600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1560448204-e02f11c3d0e2?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Modern corporate building representing holding company structure" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Entity Structure</span> <h3>Holding Company Tax Benefits: Should You Create One?</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">A holding company can protect assets, consolidate real estate, and create tax-efficient distributions between entities. But it adds complexity â and isn't right for everyone. Here's who actually benefits.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Landau Lang</span> <span class="post-card-date">February 25, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/cpa-vs-tax-strategist" class="post-card" data-title="why your cpa isn't doing tax strategy (and what to do about it)" data-excerpt="there's a fundamental difference between tax compliance and tax strategy. most cpas are built for the first. if nobody's calling you in october with ideas, you're leaving money on the table." data-category="Industry Insights" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1771891200000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1450101499163-c8848c66ca85?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Person signing documents at a professional desk" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Industry Insights</span> <h3>Why Your CPA Isn't Doing Tax Strategy (And What to Do About It)</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">There's a fundamental difference between tax compliance and tax strategy. Most CPAs are built for the first. If nobody's calling you in October with ideas, you're leaving money on the table.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">February 24, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/s-corp-tax-savings" class="post-card" data-title="s-corp tax savings: how much you'll actually keep" data-excerpt="everyone says s-corps save money â but how much, exactly? here's a real-numbers breakdown at $100k, $250k, and $500k in net profit, including the payroll costs most calculators ignore." data-category="Entity Structure" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1771718400000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1554774853-aae0a22c8aa4?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Calculator and documents showing S-Corp tax savings breakdown" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Entity Structure</span> <h3>S-Corp Tax Savings: How Much You'll Actually Keep</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Everyone says S-Corps save money â but how much, exactly? Here's a real-numbers breakdown at $100K, $250K, and $500K in net profit, including the payroll costs most calculators ignore.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">February 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/when-to-switch-llc-to-s-corp" class="post-card" data-title="when to switch from llc to s-corp (and how to do it)" data-excerpt="there's a net income threshold where the s-corp election starts saving you money â and a filing deadline you can't miss. here's how to know when it's time and how to make the switch correctly." data-category="Entity Structure" data-author="lynn williams" data-date="1771545600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1573496359142-b8d87734a5a2?w=1200&h=600&
13fit=crop" alt="Business owner deciding on entity structure transition" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Entity Structure</span> <h3>When to Switch From LLC to S-Corp (And How to Do It)</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">There's a net income threshold where the S-Corp election starts saving you money â and a filing deadline you can't miss. Here's how to know when it's time and how to make the switch correctly.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Lynn Williams</span> <span class="post-card-date">February 20, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/llc-vs-s-corp-small-business" class="post-card" data-title="llc vs. s-corp for small business: a decision framework" data-excerpt="the llc-vs-s-corp question isn't about which is 'better' â it's about which structure matches your revenue, profit margin, and growth trajectory right now. here's the decision framework." data-category="Entity Structure" data-author="landau lang" data-date="1771372800000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1596524430615-b46475ddff6e?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Entrepreneur evaluating business structure options" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Entity Structure</span> <h3>LLC vs. S-Corp for Small Business: A Decision Framework</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">The LLC-vs-S-Corp question isn't about which is 'better' â it's about which structure matches your revenue, profit margin, and growth trajectory right now. Here's the decision framework.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Landau Lang</span> <span class="post-card-date">February 18, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/defined-benefit-plans-guide" class="post-card" data-title="the business owner's guide to defined benefit plans" data-excerpt="a 401(k) maxes out at $69,000 per year. a defined benefit plan lets high-income business owners contribute $275,000 or more â and deduct every dollar. here's how it works and who benefits most." data-category="Retirement Planning" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1771286400000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1579532537598-459ecdaf39cc?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Gold coins stacked representing wealth and retirement savings" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Retirement Planning</span> <h3>The Business Owner's Guide to Defined Benefit Plans</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">A 401(k) maxes out at $69,000 per year. A defined benefit plan lets high-income business owners contribute $275,000 or more â and deduct every dollar. Here's how it works and who benefits most.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">February 17, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/cost-segregation-multifamily" class="post-card" data-title="cost segregation for multifamily and apartment buildings" data-excerpt="multifamily properties are among the best candidates for cost segregation â with 20â40% of building value typically reclassifiable. for a $2m apartment building, that's $400kâ$800k in accelerated deductions." data-category="Cost Segregation" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1771200000000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1545324418-cc1a3fa10c00?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Modern multifamily apartment building complex" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Cost Segregation</span> <h3>Cost Segregation for Multifamily and Apartment Buildings</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Multifamily properties are among the best candidates for cost segregation â with 20â40% of building value typically reclassifiable. For a $2M apartment building, that's $400Kâ$800K in accelerated deductions.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">February 16, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/rental-property-tax-strategy" class="post-card" data-title="rental property tax strategy: beyond the standard deductions" data-excerpt="mortgage interest and depreciation are just the start. real estate professional status, cost segregation, entity layering, and strategic timing of repairs can dramatically change your rental income tax picture." data-category="Tax Strategy" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1771027200000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1449844908441-8829872d2607?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Residential rental property with professional landscaping" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Tax Strategy</span> <h3>Rental Property Tax Strategy: Beyond the Standard Deductions</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Mortgage interest and depreciation are just the start. Real estate professional status, cost segregation, entity layering, and strategic timing of repairs can dramatically change your rental income tax picture.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">February 14, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/1031-exchange-cost-segregation" class="post-card" data-title="1031 exchange and cost segregation: how they work together" data-excerpt="a 1031 exchange defers your gain. a cost segregation study accelerates your deductions. layer them together and you can sell a property, buy a new one, and generate a massive write-off â all tax-deferred." data-category="Cost Segregation" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1770768000000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1560520653-9e0e4c89eb11?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Commercial real estate properties in city skyline" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Cost Segregation</span> <h3>1031 Exchange and Cost Segregation: How They Work Together</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">A 1031 exchange defers your gain. A cost segregation study accelerates your deductions. Layer them together and you can sell a property, buy a new one, and generate a massive write-off â all tax-deferred.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">February 11, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/real-estate-tax-strategy" class="post-card" data-title="real estate tax strategy: 8 moves investors miss" data-excerpt="most real estate investors know about depreciation and 1031 exchanges. far fewer use cost segregation, reps status, installment sales, opportunity zones, and entity layering. here are eight strategies that separate amateurs from pros." data-category="Tax Strategy" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1770595200000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1565402170291-8491f14678db?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Real estate investor analyzing property portfolio" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Tax Strategy</span> <h3>Real Estate Tax Strategy: 8 Moves Investors Miss</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Most real estate investors know about depreciation and 1031 exchanges. Far fewer use cost segregation, REPS status, installment sales, opportunity zones, and entity layering. Here are eight strategies that separate amateurs from pros.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">February 9, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/heavy-vehicle-equipment-deductions" class="post-card" data-title="heavy vehicle and equipment tax deductions for c
13ontractors" data-excerpt="excavators, dump trucks, skid steers, and vehicles over 6,000 lbs gvwr get favorable tax treatment under section 179 and bonus depreciation. here's exactly what you can write off and when." data-category="Depreciation & Deductions" data-author="lynn williams" data-date="1770422400000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1572981779307-38b8cabb2407?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Heavy construction equipment on a job site" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Depreciation & Deductions</span> <h3>Heavy Vehicle and Equipment Tax Deductions for Contractors</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Excavators, dump trucks, skid steers, and vehicles over 6,000 lbs GVWR get favorable tax treatment under Section 179 and bonus depreciation. Here's exactly what you can write off and when.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Lynn Williams</span> <span class="post-card-date">February 7, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/r-and-d-tax-credit-construction" class="post-card" data-title="r&d tax credits for construction companies: what qualifies" data-excerpt="building envelope testing, foundation engineering for challenging sites, energy-efficient design development â construction companies routinely perform qualifying r&d activities without realizing it." data-category="Tax Credits" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1770249600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1503387762-592deb58ef4e?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Construction engineering and development work" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Tax Credits</span> <h3>R&D Tax Credits for Construction Companies: What Qualifies</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Building envelope testing, foundation engineering for challenging sites, energy-efficient design development â construction companies routinely perform qualifying R&D activities without realizing it.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">February 5, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/s-corp-for-contractors" class="post-card" data-title="s-corp for contractors: when it makes sense to elect" data-excerpt="contractors earning $100k+ in net profit can save $10kâ$30k per year with an s-corp election â but seasonal income, multiple entities, and equipment ownership complicate the decision. here's the framework." data-category="Entity Structure" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1770076800000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1541976590-713941681591?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Contractor reviewing business entity structure at job site" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Entity Structure</span> <h3>S-Corp for Contractors: When It Makes Sense to Elect</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Contractors earning $100K+ in net profit can save $10Kâ$30K per year with an S-Corp election â but seasonal income, multiple entities, and equipment ownership complicate the decision. Here's the framework.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">February 3, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/r-and-d-tax-credit-restaurants" class="post-card" data-title="r&d tax credits for restaurants: yes, your kitchen qualifies" data-excerpt="new menu development, recipe testing, food preservation techniques, and even kitchen workflow improvements can qualify for the r&d credit. most restaurant owners have no idea." data-category="Tax Credits" data-author="lynn williams" data-date="1769904000000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1556910103-1c02745aae4d?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Chef developing new recipes in professional kitchen" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Tax Credits</span> <h3>R&D Tax Credits for Restaurants: Yes, Your Kitchen Qualifies</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">New menu development, recipe testing, food preservation techniques, and even kitchen workflow improvements can qualify for the R&D credit. Most restaurant owners have no idea.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Lynn Williams</span> <span class="post-card-date">February 1, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/cost-segregation-restaurants" class="post-card" data-title="cost segregation for restaurants: why your buildout is a tax asset" data-excerpt="restaurant buildouts are rich with short-life assets â kitchen hoods, specialty plumbing, walk-in coolers, decorative finishes. a cost segregation study can reclassify 25â45% of your property for accelerated deductions." data-category="Cost Segregation" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1769731200000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1552566626-52f8b828add9?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Restaurant kitchen buildout with commercial equipment" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Cost Segregation</span> <h3>Cost Segregation for Restaurants: Why Your Buildout Is a Tax Asset</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Restaurant buildouts are rich with short-life assets â kitchen hoods, specialty plumbing, walk-in coolers, decorative finishes. A cost segregation study can reclassify 25â45% of your property for accelerated deductions.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">January 30, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/restaurant-tax-credits-deductions" class="post-card" data-title="restaurant tax credits and deductions: the complete list" data-excerpt="between fica tip credits, wotc, cost segregation on your buildout, and equipment write-offs â most restaurant owners claim less than half the deductions available to them." data-category="Tax Credits" data-author="lynn williams" data-date="1769644800000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1414235077428-338989a2e8c0?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Restaurant kitchen with chefs preparing food" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Tax Credits</span> <h3>Restaurant Tax Credits and Deductions: The Complete List</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Between FICA tip credits, WOTC, cost segregation on your buildout, and equipment write-offs â most restaurant owners claim less than half the deductions available to them.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Lynn Williams</span> <span class="post-card-date">January 29, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/selling-dental-practice-taxes" class="post-card" data-title="tax consequences of selling a dental practice" data-excerpt="selling your practice triggers capital gains, depreciation recapture, and potentially ordinary income â and how the purchase price is allocated determines which tax rate applies. planning before listing can save six figures." data-category="Industry Insights" data-author="landau lang" data-date="1769472000000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1519085360753-af0119f7cbe7?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Professional advisor guiding dental practice sale" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Industry Insights</span> <h3>Tax Consequences of Selling a Dental Practice</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Selling your practice triggers capital gains, depreciation recapture, and potentially ordinary income â and how the purchase price is allocated determines which tax rate applies. Planning before listing can save six figures.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Landau Lang</span> <span class="post-card-date">January 27, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/s-corp-vs-llc-dental" class="post-card" data-title="s-corp vs. llc for dental practices: which entity saves more?" data-excerpt="most dentists default to an llc and never revisit the decision. an s-corp election can save $15kâ$40k per year in self-employment tax â but it's not right for every practice. here's how to decide." data-category="Entity Structure" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1769299200000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1607613009820-a29f7bb81c04?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Dentist reviewing practice entity structure options" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Entity Structure</span> <h3>S-Corp vs. LLC for Dental Practices: Which Entity Saves More?</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Most dentists default to an LLC and never revisit the decision. An S-Corp election can save $15Kâ$40K per year in self-employment tax â but it'
13s not right for every practice. Here's how to decide.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">January 25, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/defined-benefit-plans-dentists" class="post-card" data-title="defined benefit plans for dentists: shelter $200k+ per year" data-excerpt="high-income dentists can contribute far more than a 401(k) allows. defined benefit plans let practice owners shelter $200kâ$300k+ annually â with every dollar tax-deductible. here's how it works for dental practices." data-category="Retirement Planning" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1769040000000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1576091160550-2173dba999ef?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Dental professional planning retirement contributions" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Retirement Planning</span> <h3>Defined Benefit Plans for Dentists: Shelter $200K+ Per Year</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">High-income dentists can contribute far more than a 401(k) allows. Defined benefit plans let practice owners shelter $200Kâ$300K+ annually â with every dollar tax-deductible. Here's how it works for dental practices.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">January 22, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/cost-segregation-dental-offices" class="post-card" data-title="cost segregation for dental offices: first-year deductions of $50kâ$150k" data-excerpt="if you own your dental office building, 25â40% of the property value can be reclassified for accelerated depreciation. for a $600k property, that's $150kâ$240k in accelerated deductions." data-category="Cost Segregation" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1768867200000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1588776814546-1ffcf47267a5?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Modern dental office interior with clinical equipment" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Cost Segregation</span> <h3>Cost Segregation for Dental Offices: First-Year Deductions of $50Kâ$150K</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">If you own your dental office building, 25â40% of the property value can be reclassified for accelerated depreciation. For a $600K property, that's $150Kâ$240K in accelerated deductions.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">January 20, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/section-179-for-dentists" class="post-card" data-title="section 179 for dentists: write off your equipment in year one" data-excerpt="that $150k cbct scanner or $250k cad/cam system? under section 179, you can deduct the full cost in the year you purchase it â but timing and entity structure matter. here's how dentists should approach it." data-category="Industry Insights" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1768694400000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1606811971618-4486d14f3f99?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Advanced dental imaging equipment in clinical setting" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Industry Insights</span> <h3>Section 179 for Dentists: Write Off Your Equipment in Year One</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">That $150K CBCT scanner or $250K CAD/CAM system? Under Section 179, you can deduct the full cost in the year you purchase it â but timing and entity structure matter. Here's how dentists should approach it.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">January 18, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/dental-tax-deductions" class="post-card" data-title="dental tax deductions: what most dentists don't claim" data-excerpt="from cbct scanners to ce travel to practice management software â dentists leave thousands on the table every year because they don't know these deductions exist. here's what to claim." data-category="Industry Insights" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1768521600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1629909613654-28e377c37b09?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Modern dental practice with professional equipment" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Industry Insights</span> <h3>Dental Tax Deductions: What Most Dentists Don't Claim</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">From CBCT scanners to CE travel to practice management software â dentists leave thousands on the table every year because they don't know these deductions exist. Here's what to claim.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">January 16, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/business-vehicle-tax-deduction" class="post-card" data-title="business vehicle tax deduction: the complete 2026 guide" data-excerpt="between section 179, bonus depreciation, and the actual expense method, a business vehicle can generate a $30,000â$80,000 write-off. but the rules depend on weight, use percentage, and how you title it." data-category="Depreciation & Deductions" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1768348800000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1544636331-e26879cd4d9b?w=1200&h=600&
13fit=crop" alt="Business SUV qualifying for vehicle tax deduction" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Depreciation & Deductions</span> <h3>Business Vehicle Tax Deduction: The Complete 2026 Guide</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Between Section 179, bonus depreciation, and the actual expense method, a business vehicle can generate a $30,000â$80,000 write-off. But the rules depend on weight, use percentage, and how you title it.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">January 14, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/contractor-tax-deductions" class="post-card" data-title="contractor tax deductions: the definitive list for 2026" data-excerpt="contractors and construction businesses have unique deductions most generalist cpas miss â from heavy equipment depreciation to job-site vehicle write-offs. here's the comprehensive list." data-category="Depreciation & Deductions" data-author="lynn williams" data-date="1768089600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1504307651254-35680f356dfd?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Active construction site with equipment and workers" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Depreciation & Deductions</span> <h3>Contractor Tax Deductions: The Definitive List for 2026</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Contractors and construction businesses have unique deductions most generalist CPAs miss â from heavy equipment depreciation to job-site vehicle write-offs. Here's the comprehensive list.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Lynn Williams</span> <span class="post-card-date">January 11, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/fica-tip-credit-restaurants" class="post-card" data-title="fica tip credit: the tax break every restaurant owner should know" data-excerpt="if your employees receive tips, you're paying the employer share of fica on those tips â and the federal government will give you a dollar-for-dollar credit for most of it. here's how the fica tip credit works." data-category="Tax Credits" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1767916800000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1517248135467-4c7edcad34c4?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Upscale restaurant interior with elegant table settings" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Tax Credits</span> <h3>FICA Tip Credit: The Tax Break Every Restaurant Owner Should Know</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">If your employees receive tips, you're paying the employer share of FICA on those tips â and the federal government will give you a dollar-for-dollar credit for most of it. Here's how the FICA tip credit works.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">January 9, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/small-business-tax-planning" class="post-card" data-title="small business tax planning: the moves that actually save money" data-excerpt="there are hundreds of tax strategies, but most don't apply to you. here are the moves that consistently save small business owners $20kâ$100k+ per year â ranked by impact and ease of execution." data-category="Tax Strategy" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1767744000000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1507679799987-c73779587ccf?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Entrepreneur working on business planning with coffee" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Tax Strategy</span> <h3>Small Business Tax Planning: The Moves That Actually Save Money</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">There are hundreds of tax strategies, but most don't apply to you. Here are the moves that consistently save small business owners $20Kâ$100K+ per year â ranked by impact and ease of execution.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">January 7, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/s-corp-reasonable-salary" class="post-card" data-title="s-corp reasonable salary: how to set it without triggering an audit" data-excerpt="set your s-corp salary too low and the irs reclassifies distributions as wages. set it too high and you lose the tax benefit. here's how to find the number that holds up under scrutiny." data-category="Entity Structure" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1767571200000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1560250097-0b93528c311a?w=1200&h=600&
13fit=crop" alt="Business professional reviewing S-Corp salary calculations" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Entity Structure</span> <h3>S-Corp Reasonable Salary: How to Set It Without Triggering an Audit</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Set your S-Corp salary too low and the IRS reclassifies distributions as wages. Set it too high and you lose the tax benefit. Here's how to find the number that holds up under scrutiny.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">January 5, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/tax-planning-business-owners" class="post-card" data-title="tax planning for business owners: a proactive framework" data-excerpt="effective tax planning isn't a once-a-year event â it's a system. here's a four-quarter framework that keeps your tax liability low and your strategy aligned with your actual business goals." data-category="Tax Strategy" data-author="landau lang" data-date="1767312000000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1573497019940-1c28c88b4f3e?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Business owner reviewing quarterly tax planning framework" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Tax Strategy</span> <h3>Tax Planning for Business Owners: A Proactive Framework</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Effective tax planning isn't a once-a-year event â it's a system. Here's a four-quarter framework that keeps your tax liability low and your strategy aligned with your actual business goals.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Landau Lang</span> <span class="post-card-date">January 2, 2026</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/section-179-limits-2026" class="post-card" data-title="section 179 deduction limits for 2026: what's new" data-excerpt="the 2026 section 179 deduction limit has increased to $1.25 million with a $3.13 million phase-out threshold. here's what changed from last year and how it affects your equipment purchasing decisions." data-category="Depreciation & Deductions" data-author="lynn williams" data-date="1767139200000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1554244933-d876deb6b2ff?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Calculator and financial documents showing deduction calculations" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Depreciation & Deductions</span> <h3>Section 179 Deduction Limits for 2026: What's New</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">The 2026 Section 179 deduction limit has increased to $1.25 million with a $3.13 million phase-out threshold. Here's what changed from last year and how it affects your equipment purchasing decisions.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Lynn Williams</span> <span class="post-card-date">December 31, 2025</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/proactive-tax-planning" class="post-card" data-title="proactive tax planning: why waiting until april costs you thousands" data-excerpt="most business owners only think about taxes at filing time â by then, the best moves are off the table. year-round proactive planning is the difference between compliance and strategy." data-category="Tax Strategy" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1767052800000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1633158829585-23ba8f7c8caf?w=1200&h=600&
13fit=crop" alt="Professional planning calendar on desk with laptop" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Tax Strategy</span> <h3>Proactive Tax Planning: Why Waiting Until April Costs You Thousands</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Most business owners only think about taxes at filing time â by then, the best moves are off the table. Year-round proactive planning is the difference between compliance and strategy.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">December 30, 2025</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/r-and-d-tax-credit-small-business" class="post-card" data-title="r&d tax credit for small business: you probably qualify" data-excerpt="if your business develops new products, improves processes, or creates software, you likely qualify for the r&d credit â even if you're a small company without a formal r&d department." data-category="Tax Credits" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1766880000000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1553877522-43269d4ea984?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Small business team collaborating on product development" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Tax Credits</span> <h3>R&D Tax Credit for Small Business: You Probably Qualify</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">If your business develops new products, improves processes, or creates software, you likely qualify for the R&D credit â even if you're a small company without a formal R&D department.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">December 28, 2025</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/augusta-rule-tax-deduction" class="post-card" data-title="the augusta rule: rent your home to your business tax-free" data-excerpt="section 280a lets you rent your personal home to your business for up to 14 days per year â and the rental income is completely tax-free. here's how the augusta rule works and how to document it properly." data-category="Tax Strategy" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1766707200000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1564013799919-ab600027ffc6?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Beautiful modern home exterior" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Tax Strategy</span> <h3>The Augusta Rule: Rent Your Home to Your Business Tax-Free</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Section 280A lets you rent your personal home to your business for up to 14 days per year â and the rental income is completely tax-free. Here's how the Augusta Rule works and how to document it properly.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">December 26, 2025</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/bonus-depreciation-2026" class="post-card" data-title="bonus depreciation 2026: what changed and what you can still deduct" data-excerpt="100% bonus depreciation is back after the one big beautiful bill restored full first-year expensing. here's what the new rules mean for equipment purchases, cost segregation, and your year-end planning." data-category="Depreciation & Deductions" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1766448000000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1611974789855-9c2a0a7236a3?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Financial growth and tax planning concept" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Depreciation & Deductions</span> <h3>Bonus Depreciation 2026: What Changed and What You Can Still Deduct</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">100% bonus depreciation is back after the One Big Beautiful Bill restored full first-year expensing. Here's what the new rules mean for equipment purchases, cost segregation, and
13your year-end planning.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">December 23, 2025</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/cost-segregation-real-estate" class="post-card" data-title="cost segregation for real estate investors: the complete breakdown" data-excerpt="real estate investors can reclassify 20â40% of a property's value into shorter depreciation categories â unlocking six-figure deductions in year one. here's how cost segregation works for rental, multifamily, and commercial properties." data-category="Cost Segregation" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1766275200000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1560518883-ce09059eeffa?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Row of residential investment properties" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Cost Segregation</span> <h3>Cost Segregation for Real Estate Investors: The Complete Breakdown</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">Real estate investors can reclassify 20â40% of a property's value into shorter depreciation categories â unlocking six-figure deductions in year one. Here's how cost segregation works for rental, multifamily, and commercial properties.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">December 21, 2025</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/wotc-tax-credit-guide" class="post-card" data-title="wotc tax credit: the hiring credit most businesses ignore" data-excerpt="the work opportunity tax credit gives you up to $9,600 per qualified hire â and the certification process is simpler than you think. here's who qualifies, how to claim it, and why most businesses leave this money on the table." data-category="Tax Credits" data-author="lynn williams" data-date="1766102400000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1521737604893-d14cc237f11d?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Diverse team working together in modern office" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Tax Credits</span> <h3>WOTC Tax Credit: The Hiring Credit Most Businesses Ignore</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">The Work Opportunity Tax Credit gives you up to $9,600 per qualified hire â and the certification process is simpler than you think. Here's who qualifies, how to claim it, and why most businesses leave this money on the table.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Lynn Williams</span> <span class="post-card-date">December 19, 2025</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/r-and-d-tax-credit-guide" class="post-card" data-title="r&d tax credit: what qualifies and how to claim it" data-excerpt="the r&d tax credit isn't just for tech companies in lab coats. manufacturers, contractors, restaurants, and software firms all qualify â most just don't know it. here's how the credit works and who should claim it." data-category="Tax Credits" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1765843200000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1581091226825-a6a2a5aee158?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Modern technology and research workspace" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Tax Credits</span> <h3>R&D Tax Credit: What Qualifies and How to Claim It</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">The R&D tax credit isn't just for tech companies in lab coats. Manufacturers, contractors, restaurants, and software firms all qualify â most just don't know it. Here's how the credit works and who should claim it.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">December 16, 2025</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/section-179-vehicle-deductions" class="post-card" data-title="section 179 vehicle deductions: suvs, trucks & the heavy vehicle loophole" data-excerpt="the irs treats heavy vehicles differently â and that difference can mean a $30,000+ write-off in year one. here's exactly how the vehicle weight rules work and which cars, trucks, and suvs qualify." data-category="Depreciation & Deductions" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1765670400000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1533473359331-0135ef1b58bf?w=1200&h=600&
13fit=crop" alt="Business vehicle parked in commercial district" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Depreciation & Deductions</span> <h3>Section 179 Vehicle Deductions: SUVs, Trucks & the Heavy Vehicle Loophole</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">The IRS treats heavy vehicles differently â and that difference can mean a $30,000+ write-off in year one. Here's exactly how the vehicle weight rules work and which cars, trucks, and SUVs qualify.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">December 14, 2025</span> </div> </div> </a><a href="/blog/section-179-deduction-guide" class="post-card" data-title="section 179 deduction: the complete 2026 guide for business owners" data-excerpt="the section 179 deduction lets you write off the full cost of qualifying equipment and property in the year you buy it â up to $1.25 million. here's what qualifies, what doesn't, and how to maximize it." data-category="Depreciation & Deductions" data-author="hollis fullilove" data-date="1765497600000"> <div class="post-card-image-wrap"> <img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1454165804606-c3d57bc86b40?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop" alt="Business owner reviewing equipment deduction paperwork at desk" class="post-card-image" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="post-card-body"> <span class="post-card-category">Depreciation & Deductions</span> <h3>Section 179 Deduction: The Complete 2026 Guide for Business Owners</h3> <p class="post-card-excerpt">The Section 179 deduction lets you write off the full cost of qualifying equipment and property in the year you buy it â up to $1.25 million. Here's what qualifies, what doesn't, and how to maximize it.</p> <div class="post-card-meta"> <span class="post-card-author">By Hollis Fullilove</span> <span class="post-card-date">December 12, 2025</span> </div> </div> </a> <div class="blog-no-results" id="noResults"> 14No articles match your search. Try a different keyword or category. 15</div> </div> </div> </section>
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